Junior Software Engineer

Overview Active Top Secret (TS/SCI) clearance with polygraph is required. Visionist offers a fully funded Junior Software Engineer position on a large PRIME contract, focused on developing specialized tools that enhance mission effectiveness. Responsibilities Develop agent‑based integrations in Python that leverage multiple AI models, APIs, and data sources in production environments. Build tools and agent workflows using modern frameworks such as PydanticAI, LangGraph, and DeepAgents. Collaborate directly with stakeholders and cyber analysts to understand operational workflows and identify high‑impact automation opportunities. Design and implement real‑time analytics pipelines in Python using Apache Kafka for stream processing and Elasticsearch for indexing and search. Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot a production‑grade agentic platform to ensure reliability and performance. Requirements Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (or equivalent experience). 3 years of software development experience. Strong proficiency in Python. Hands‑on experience building and maintaining production applications supporting hundreds to thousands of users. Understanding of modern AI development concepts, including prompt engineering, context management, structured outputs, and tool/function calling. Experience building scalable, resilient stream processing systems using event‑driven and messaging platforms (e.g., Kafka). Experience leveraging AI coding assistants for code generation, refactoring, debugging, and automation. Benefits 100% employee‑owned company. Competitive 15% retirement contribution (5% 401k match & 10% ESOP). 4 weeks paid time off that is never “use or lose”, 12 paid holidays, compensate time, overtime, and flexible work hours. 80 hours of paid parental leave with an additional $8,000 supplemental payment upon return from maternity. Medical, dental, and vision benefits for individuals and families (additional $4,160/year for those who waive medical). Annual lifestyle bonus of $600. Annual merit increases & performance‑based bonuses. Term life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability. Salary range: $115,000 – $160,000 (with additional compensation determined individually). Visionist, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr